Dear coffee professionals. I've been thinking about serving single and double espressos. To many people, they are simply a different size. But I know they can produce a slightly different result depending on what you're looking for.
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Read more…Today I found a La Pavoni Europiccola (circa '86) at a thrift shop for $10. Heating element and plumbing seam to work fine. Only problem is that it did not come with a portafilter or a basket. Found new portafilters (~$150) and baskets (~$25) for thi
Read more…What is your opinion of the 53mm vs the more popular 58mm basket? I've heard chat about the only difference being the ratio of diameter to depth of the basket, but my gut says the greater diameter-surface area is better? I wonder if the ratio of the
Read more…Does anyone here know exactly how large a tamper the basket on a NS Aurelia will accept? I could measure, but I lack the tools. I'm guessing around 58.3 mm. Can anyone confirm? Thanks!
Read more…So, a few days ago I was faced with a new question. The culprit: heat. Allow me to explain... Grinders grind. All day, every day they keep on grinding. We learn through experience that a hot temperatured grinder will ruin those delicate oils in the
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